New Patient Guide: Your First Chiropractic Visit | Spinal and Sports Care Clinic, Spokane Valley
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Our mission is to help you get back to whatever you love to do most, or to find someone who can.

Step 1

Book your first chiropractic visit

Already scheduled? Great, you’re ahead of the game. If not, tap the button and the scheduler pops open right here.

Loading the scheduler… Taking a while? Call or text 509-922-0303 and we’ll book you in.

Step 2

The boring stuff (a.k.a. paperwork)

Let’s be honest: nobody has ever said “I can’t wait to fill out paperwork.” But knocking it out online, ahead of time, means less clipboard-wrangling at the front desk and more time on getting you feeling better.

Loading your forms… Taking a while? Call or text 509-922-0303.

Heads up: these forms are for chiropractic only. Booking a massage instead? Grab the new patient massage forms.

Massage forms

What happens at your first chiropractic visit?

Your first visit includes a health history review, a conversation about your goals, a physical exam, a recommended plan and, if it’s safe and appropriate, your first adjustment. Tap a step to see what to expect.

ExaminationA thorough look at your health history and symptoms

We do a thorough review of your health history and current symptoms. Often, treatment happens at this visit too.

ConsultationYou and the chiropractor talk goals, aches and triggers

You’ll sit down with the chiropractor to talk about your goals, your specific aches or stiffness, and what triggers your discomfort.

Physical ExamPosture, range of motion, muscle tone and a few tests
  • Vitals & posture: The doctor checks your posture, range of motion, and muscle tone.
  • Tests: They may do orthopedic, neurological, or reflex tests to see how your joints and nervous system are functioning.
Diagnosis & Treatment PlanWhat’s causing it and how often you might come back

The chiropractor explains what is causing your discomfort and outlines a recommended care plan, including how often you might need to return.

AdjustmentYour first adjustment, if it’s safe and appropriate

If it’s safe and appropriate for your condition, you may receive your first spinal adjustment or soft tissue manipulation during this visit. You’ll typically lie face down on a cushioned table while the doctor applies controlled pressure to specific joints.

Meet your Spokane Valley chiropractors

Tap a name to meet your doctor.

Dr. Jack ChoateChiropractor · D.C.

A Spokane-area local since 1977 and a chiropractor since 1988. Dr. Choate loves helping patients with complex cases. Off the clock, you’ll find him golfing or spending time with his wife and two sons.

  • Auto accident injuries
  • Work injuries
  • VA care for veterans
  • Whiplash & decompression
Read Dr. Choate’s full bio
Dr. Ken Van DykenChiropractor · D.C.

Dr. Van Dyken is one of our chiropractors here in Spokane Valley. Read his full background, training and approach to care on his profile page.

Read Dr. Van Dyken’s full bio
Dr. Paula DiMaioChiropractor · D.C.

Dr. DiMaio brings decades of chiropractic experience from the Philadelphia suburbs and joined family here in Spokane. Her adventurous side loves hiking the Pacific Northwest, playing guitar and trying new recipes on friends and family.

  • Chiropractic neurology
  • Radiological interpretation
  • Whiplash
  • Myofascial release
  • Functional movement taping
Read Dr. DiMaio’s full bio

Join the community!

We see our patients as more than numbers. We enjoy building relationships, and we’d love to follow along with your adventures.

Still wondering?

Have more questions?

We hope the tools above answered most of them. If not, give us a call! Or did you know, text is available? In a rush? Send us a message at 509-922-0303 and our front office staff will get back to you.

We’re excited to have you as a patient

Keep the adventure going
Spinal and Sports Care Clinic
12905 East Sprague Avenue, Spokane Valley, WA 99216
Phone & text: 509-922-0303 · Fax: 509-922-0657
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CONTACT INFO

PHONE: 509-922-0303

FAX: 509-922-0657

LOCATION:

12905 East Sprague Avenue, Spokane Valley, WA 99216

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